"Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025: Highlights and Major Announcements"

Star Wars Celebration 2025, held in Japan, was an exhilarating event brimming with thrilling announcements that have set the hearts of fans racing. From the star-studded cast to intriguing new series and immersive experiences, the event showcased a vibrant future for the Star Wars universe. Here's a rundown of the highlights you won't want to miss:

Star Wars Celebration's Ahsoka Panel Featured the First Look at Rory McCann's Baylan Skoll, the news of Anakin's Return, and More

The Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration was packed with exciting updates for the show's second season. Rory McCann, stepping into the role of Baylan Skoll after Ray Stevenson's passing, was showcased in a captivating first-look image. Fans can also look forward to the return of Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker, promising a thrilling continuation of the saga.

Season 2 will bring back beloved characters like Sabine, Ezra, Zeb, and Chopper, and introduce new elements such as Admiral Ackbar's confrontation with Grand Admiral Thrawn, adorable Loth-Kittens, and a variety of starfighters, as teased by Dave Filoni.

Hayden Christensen on Returning to Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka and Liking When 'Star Wars Goes Dark'

Hayden Christensen shared his thoughts on reprising his role as Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka Season 2, expressing his appreciation for the darker tones in Star Wars narratives. He also revealed his favorite Anakin meme, adding a light-hearted touch to the discussion.

Rosario Dawson Had No Idea Mark Hamill Was Returning as Luke Skywalker in The Mandalorian Until He Walked On Set

Rosario Dawson, along with Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau, shared a humorous anecdote about the surprise return of Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker. Dawson was unaware of his comeback until he appeared on the set of The Book of Boba Fett, having been misled by scripts hinting at Plo Koon's involvement.

The Mandalorian and Grogu Panel, Everything Revealed

The Mandalorian & Grogu film is set to hit theaters on May 22, 2026, marking the first Star Wars cinematic release since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker. The panel kicked off Star Wars Celebration with footage showcasing an Imperial ship ready for battle, Mando facing off against Flame Troopers, collapsing AT-AT walkers, and the introduction of Sigourney Weaver's character. Grogu, as always, stole the show with his adorable antics.

The Mandalorian & Grogu's Sigourney Weaver on Grogu Stealing Her Heart and More

Sigourney Weaver, new to The Mandalorian universe, shared her experience joining the cast and how Grogu captured her heart. She humorously compared Grogu's powers to those of a Xenomorph, sparking curiosity about their potential showdown.

Star Wars: Starfighter Is a New Film Starring Ryan Gosling That's Arriving in Theaters in May 2027

Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, was announced to premiere in theaters on May 28, 2027. Set five years after The Rise of Skywalker, the film introduces a new character played by Gosling, adding to the expanding Star Wars cinematic universe.

Bringing Star Wars Experiences to Life With Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Live Entertainment

Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Live Entertainment discussed upcoming Star Wars experiences, including a Mandalorian & Grogu-themed update to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and the introduction of BDX droids to Disney Parks. They shared insights into how they bring the magic of Star Wars to life for fans.

The Mandalorian and Grogu-Themed Update to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Will Let Engineers Take Care of Grogu

The new story-based mission for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will feature Din Djarin and Grogu in a high-stakes chase across the galaxy, led by Hondo Ohnaka. Engineers will have the unique opportunity to care for Grogu and choose their adventure's path, visiting iconic locations like Bespin, the Death Star wreckage above Endor, or the newly-revealed Coruscant.

Everything Announced at the Andor Panel

Andor's second and final season, premiering on April 22 on Disney+, promises to be even more ambitious than the first. Diego Luna hinted that watching Rogue One after Season 2 would offer a fresh perspective on the film. The new season will feature extensive sets, costumes, creatures, droids, and VFX shots, ensuring a visually stunning experience.

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Announced at Star Wars Celebration

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, an animated series set to debut on Disney+ in 2026, will follow Darth Maul's journey to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire, continuing his story from The Clone Wars.

Star Wars: Visions Gets a Volume 3 Release Date and a Spin-Off Series That Will Debut With a Ninth Jedi Story

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 is slated for release on October 29, 2025, and will be accompanied by a new spin-off series featuring the continuation of The Ninth Jedi story from Volume 1.

Star Wars Outlaws Gets Second Story Update A Pirate’s Fortune in May

Star Wars Outlaws fans can look forward to A Pirate's Fortune, a new story update releasing on May 15. Players will join Kay Vess and Nix in a thrilling adventure with Hondo Ohnaka, facing off against Stinger Tash and her gang, the Rokana Raiders, in a post-campaign storyline.

Star Wars Outlaws Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2 starting September 4, 2025, shortly after the console's launch on June 5.

Hasbro Reveals Incredible New Dash Rendar and Jedi: Survivor Figures

Hasbro delighted fans with new figures of Dash Rendar and a range of characters from Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, including Nightsister Merrin, Cal Kestis, Turgle, Skoova Stev, and more. These figures will be part of an impressive lineup showcased at Star Wars Celebration.

Everything Revealed at Hasbro's Star Wars Celebration 2025 Panel

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Hasbro Reveals New The Mandalorian Figures at Star Wars Celebration 2025

Hasbro also unveiled new figures of Moff Gideon and Cobb Vanth from The Mandalorian, joining the Star Wars: The Vintage Collection. These 3.75-inch scale figures, inspired by classic Kenner designs, will be available for pre-order on April 18 at $16.99 each.

Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Moff Gideon & Cobb Vanth Figures - Preview Gallery

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Star Wars and The Mandalorian Invade Monopoly Go

Monopoly Go is set to launch a Star Wars event from May 1 to July 2, featuring characters from the Skywalker Saga and The Mandalorian. Players can enjoy Star Wars-themed Monopoly elements, including podracing, a sticker album, and collectible in-game items.